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SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) Bursary South Africa 2027 applications are open. This premium bursary expires in November 2026 with closing date 30 November 2026 at 12:00 midday. It is NOT open to all South Africans - only for students who live in or originate from SIOC-CDT beneficiary communities. This is one of the most comprehensive bursaries covering laptop, stipend, accommodation, assistive devices.
About SIOC-CDT Bursary - November Expiry
SIOC-CDT was established in 2006 by Sishen Iron Ore Company (part of Kumba Iron Ore) to invest in mining communities. Beneficiary communities are in 4 municipal areas in Northern Cape and Thabazimbi in Limpopo. The bursary is for education, training and skills development of these communities.
Beneficiary Communities - Must Be From Here
You must reside in or originate from ONE of these 5 municipalities:
- Gamagara Local Municipality (Northern Cape) - Kathu, Dibeng
- Ga-Segonyana Local Municipality (Northern Cape) - Kuruman
- Joe Morolong Local Municipality (Northern Cape)
- Tsantsabane Local Municipality (Northern Cape) - Postmasburg
- Thabazimbi Local Municipality (Limpopo)
If you are NOT from these areas, do NOT apply - you will be disqualified.
What Does SIOC-CDT Cover? - Most Comprehensive November Bursary
- Registration and tuition fees (full)
- Accommodation (university residence)
- Prescribed study materials
- Laptop (brand new)
- Monthly stipend / quarterly allowance
- Assistive devices for students with disabilities
- Meals support
This is more than NSFAS - includes laptop + stipend!
Fields of Study Funded - Priority Areas
- Agriculture: Veterinary Science, Agricultural Economics, Food Technology
- Business & Economics: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Economics
- Education: BEd Maths, Physical Science, Natural Sciences, Foundation Phase, Special Needs
- Engineering & Science: Civil, Electrical, Quantity Surveying, Geology, Architecture, Town Planning
- Health: MBChB Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing, Biochemistry
- IT: Computer Science, Software Development, Data Science
- Law: LLB
- Tourism: Hospitality, Ecotourism, Arts Heritage
Other fields may also be funded but these get preference.
Eligibility - November 2026
- South African citizen
- 35 years old or younger at closing date 30 Nov 2026
- Live in or originate from beneficiary communities listed above
- 65% minimum overall average in latest results (Matric or tertiary)
- Studying or intending to study FULL-TIME at recognised public institution (university, university of technology, TVET/FET)
- Accepted, provisionally accepted or applied to institution - proof required
- Household income less than R600,000 per year before deductions
- Financial need + strong academic
- Students with disabilities encouraged - assistive devices provided
- Both undergraduate and postgraduate allowed
Documents Required
- Certified ID copy (not older than 3 months)
- Matric certificate / latest results (certified, 65% minimum)
- Proof of acceptance / provisional acceptance / proof of application
- Proof of residence (utility bill, ward councillor affidavit, bank statement - certified not older than 3 months) - must show you live in beneficiary area
- Parents/guardians proof of income - payslips, affidavit if unemployed
- Medical note if living with disability
- Motivational letter (1 page) - why you deserve bursary, career goals
How to Apply - 3 Methods - Closing 30 Nov 12:00
- Online (preferred): Go to https://duxpd.co.za/sioccdtonlinebursaryapplicationform/ - fill form and upload documents. Contact WhatsApp 060 656 1305 if stuck.
- Email: siocbursary@duxpd.co.za or application to SIOC-CDT offices
- Hand Delivery: SIOC-CDT Office Park, Corner Hendrick Van Eck and Ian Flemming Road, Kathu 8446 OR Thabazimbi Hub, 11 Jourdan Street, Mollies Building, Thabazimbi 0380
- Post: Mr Innocent Makoti, P.O. Box 30632, Kathu 8446
- Must reach SIOC-CDT before 30 November 2026 at 12:00 midday - not 23:59, but 12:00!
- For queries: Email siocbursary@duxpd.co.za, WhatsApp 060 656 1305, Tel 053 723 1116 / 053 723 1479
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. If no feedback by March 2027, regard as unsuccessful.
Apply Now - Direct Link
👉 Click here to apply online for SIOC-CDT Bursary 2027
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